Groundsman & Housekeeper/Cook for Surrey, Self -contained cottage

Domestic Couple (Groundsman & Housekeeper/Cook) Surrey 

Start Date: Flexible according to when ideal couple found

Salary: £Neg dependent on experience 

A warm and welcoming family based in Surrey is seeking an experienced domestic couple who love children and animals to work alongside existing staff. This is a long-term, live-in position for a discreet, hardworking, and upbeat couple who enjoy working as part of a team.

Housekeeper / Cook​

Working alongside the House Manager, responsibilities include: 

• High-standard housekeeping throughout the family home
  


• Laundry, ironing, wardrobe and linen care
  


• Care of fine furnishings and household contents
  


• Preparing healthy family breakfasts, lunches and suppers
  


• Menu planning, shopping and kitchen organisation
  


• Preparing the house for guests and entertaining
  


• Assisting with household pets and the smooth running of the home 
  

Groundsman

Responsibilities include: 

• Daily care of horses, alpacas, chickens, peacocks, sheep, dogs and other animals
  


• Dog walking and maintenance of paddocks and shelters
  


• Estate maintenance, fencing, repairs and handyman duties
  


• Grounds maintenance including mowing and seasonal clearance
  


• Care of vehicles, machinery and equipment
  


• Monitoring estate security and infrastructure
  


• Liaising with contractors and caring for the estate during family absences
  

 Requirements

• Strong team players essential with a flexible and positive attitude

• Discretion and reliability are essential

• Two drivers required

Accommodation:

• Self-contained cottage provided

• Pets welcome but regret not suitable for dependents

Working Hours

• Approximately 40 hours per week, with flexibility
  


• Preference for working Saturdays with a weekday off in lieu
  

 Interviewing now to start when ideal couple found.